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Ms. Sue Fraser
Mental Health Clinician & Psychotherapist BAppSci(OT), CertDevPsych(DPC), MCPP(Psychotherapy), OTR, CPPAA Currently not taking new referrals Sue has over 30 years’ experience in child, adolescent and adult mental health. In addition to working with depression and anxiety, Sue has a special interest in complex trauma, trust and attachment difficulties, complicated grief and loss, and adjustment and life transition issues. Sue primarily uses an insight-oriented psychotherapeutic approach in her work and, over the years, has gradually blended a range of other therapeutic techniques into her practice. This has culminated in a gentle but in-depth therapeutic approach as she searches for understanding with, and a more comfortable way forward for, her child, adolescent and adult clients. Sue also provides clinical supervision, including for formal psychotherapy training (CPPAA). |
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Mr. Conor Fogarty
Clinical Psychologist BA(Hons) (Socio), BA(Hons) (Psych), MPsych (Clin), MAPS MACPA Currently not taking new referrals Conor has experience working with adults presenting with a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, interpersonal problems, experiences of trauma (including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), grief, and adjustment difficulties. Conor is trained in a number of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Medicare bulk billing is available for health care card holders |
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Ms. Laura Maher Liversage
Clinical Psychologist BEc(Hons), MPsych(Clin), MAPS Currently not taking new referrals Laura is experienced in treating numerous conditions including anxiety and depression and has a special interest in treating clients affected by life transitions, adjustment issues, relationship difficulties, trauma and grief. Laura provides individualised psychological treatment drawing from narrative therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behaviour approaches (including ACT). Laura also practices positive psychology with clients to facilitate self-discovery, strength identification and commitment to a life that suits them better. Medicare bulk billing is available for health care card holders Laura also provides clinical supervision |
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Ms. Meagan Angel
Clinical Psychologist BSc(Psych)(Hons), MPsych(Clin) Currently not taking new referrals: on leave from late October 2020 to mid 2021 Meagan has experience working with adults who present with a diverse range of issues. In addition to working with depression and anxiety, Meagan has a particular interest in working with experiences of trauma, interpersonal difficulties, and providing women and their families with antenatal and postnatal support. Meagan is trained in a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behaviour approaches (such as CBT and ACT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), as well as mindfulness based approaches. She is receptive to individuals and works flexibly to select the appropriate modality based on the presenting issue. Medicare bulk billing is available for health care card holders |
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Ms. Marie Carter
Mental Health Clinician & Family Therapist BSocWk, CertDevPsych(DPC), MFTh(FamilyTherapy), GradDipAMH, MAASW(AMHSW) Currently not taking new referrals Marie has over 20 years’ experience working with infants, children, adolescents and adults. Marie sees people with a broad range of mental health difficulties but has a special interest in infant-parent work including eating, sleep and attachment difficulties, family relationship work, eating disorders and trauma, including sexual abuse. Marie has completed extensive family therapy training and combines systems therapy with a range of other therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic informed practice, CBT and ACT. Bulk billing is available under Psychological Therapy Services (PTS) Marie also provides clinical supervision. |
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Dr. Monica Maud
Clinical Psychologist BA(Hons), MAppSci(Psych), DPsych(Clin), MAPS Occasional spaces available for new referrals - adults only - currently telehealth appointments only Monica has over 30 years’ experience working with adults. In addition to working with people struggling with depression and anxiety, Monica has a special interest in trauma, anger management and working with older clients. Monica has completed extensive accredited training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy but uses a broad range of treatment approaches in her work. Medicare bulk billing is available. |
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Ms. Heidi Ryan Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist BHlthSci(OT), MMentHlth(ChildPsychotherapy), AHPRA, OTR, CPPAA Currently not taking new bookings - waiting list available (approximately October) - children, adolescents & parents only Heidi has completed her full clinical child and adolescent psychotherapy training and is an eligible Medicare provider. She is one of only two practising mental health clinicians in Ballarat who have completed this level of training required for membership to the Child Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Association of Australia (www.cppaa.org.au). Heidi has almost 20 years’ experience in the public and private sector providing specialist mental health assessment and therapy for children, adolescents, parents and families; in Melbourne, Ballarat and in the UK. She works closely with clients and their parents in uncovering a greater understanding and a way through difficulties through use of play, drawings and verbal communications. An individually tailored approach draws from various psychological techniques, both time-limited and longer-term, including CBT, IPT and insight-oriented psychotherapy. Heidi is experienced working with a broad range of diagnoses including anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, complex grief, depression and attachment disorder, along with exploring emotional, relational and behavioural issues related to self, gender, parenting, trauma, school, friendships and life transitions. Heidi is also available to provide clinical supervision. |
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Ms. Jan Schlunke Clinical Psychologist BA, DipEd, MSci(Clinical Psych), MAPS Jan is a co-founder of Ballarat Psychological Service and has worked at the Practice for over 35 years. Now retired from clinical practice, Jan continues to work part-time as a clinical supervisor. |